ROYALS by Lorde

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"ROYALS" by LordeLiterary Devices Literary DevicesLorde's song, "Royals", displays many examples of a hyperbole. In her song, she states that "everybody is like... / tigers on a gold leash" (8). This use of exaggeration aids her idea about the wealthy's "love affair" with money and fame (10).Literary DevicesLorde's use of imagery gives the audience the perspective from her view. Through the lyrics, we experience images of people "counting [their] dollars on the train to the party" (20). This emphasizes the idea of their poverty. In addition, it gives the speaker some of the audience's pity. THEMEKatie Maloney and Kaila HardistyMrs. HarshmanPeriod 33 February 2015Biography-Lorde is from Auckland, New Zealand and was born on November 7th, 1996.-After her father sent a video of Lorde singing a cover of "Warwick Avenue" when she was 12, Lorde was being approached with a deal from the Universal Music Group.-Four years later, she released a debut album, "Pure Heroine", which reached the top charts. -She is currently in high school and plans to graduate this year. -"Lorde" is Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O'Connor's stage name.imageryWORKS CITEDExamples of similes are used in Lorde's song, "Royals". She claims that "every song is like gold teeth, grey goose,

tripping in the bathroom" (5). In this verse, Lorde says that every song on the radio is about fame and parties. This realization of the audience supports her overall theme. S i m i l eH Y P E R B O L EWe chose this song based off our love for it and the artist. We were driven by curiosity to discover the true meaning of this modern classic.WHY THIS SONG?LordeIt is best to live your life without getting "caught up in [the world's] love affair" with money and fame (11); to be truly happy is to be content with what you are given. Money doesn't measure greatness."Google Images." Google Images. N.p., n.d. Web. 29 Jan. 2015.